Buying guide
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Updated How we research
The no-compromise power setup. The page is split into five sections (Spread Out Wide; Mount The Ultrawide; Type Ergonomically; Point Without Strain; Never Lose Power), followed by every pick ranked by our score so you can compare them in one place.
The short version
We compared 20 picks. Our scores range from 7.1 to 9.2 out of 10.
- Best overall:Ergotron HX HD Premium Gaming Monitor Arm, Ultrawide up to 49 inch, White. Highest overall score in this guide at 9.2/10.
- Also great value:Logitech M570 Wireless Trackball Mouse, Ergonomic Sculpted Right-Hand. Value score of 9/10, overall 8.6/10.
- Solid build:Logitech MX Ergo Wireless Trackball Mouse, Rechargeable, Graphite. Build and materials score of 9/10, overall 9.2/10.
- Feature-rich:APC 1500VA/900W Back-UPS Pro UPS Battery Backup (BR1500G). Features score of 9/10, overall 9.2/10.
Scores are our editorial assessment, not customer ratings. How we score
Spread Out Wide
- SEDETA L Shaped Desk, 63'' Corner Desk with 5 Drawer & Power Outlet, with Monitor Shelf, Storage Cabinet, Rustic BrownOur score8.4/10
- Furologee 66'' L Shaped Desk with Power Outlet and 2 Drawers, Rustic BrownOur score7.6/10
- ODK 66 Inch L Shaped Gaming Desk with LED Lights, Power Outlets, BlackOur score7.6/10
- OLIXIS 66" L Shaped Desk Large Computer Desk with 4 Headphone HooksOur score7.1/10
Mount The Ultrawide
- Ergotron HX HD Premium Gaming Monitor Arm, Ultrawide up to 49 inch, WhiteOur score9.2/10
- Heavy Duty Monitor Arm for Ultrawide up to 49 inch, 39.6 lbs, Gas SpringOur score8.4/10
- VIVO Aluminum Ultrawide Monitor Stand STAND-V100H, up to 49 inchOur score8.4/10
- MOUNTUP Heavy Duty Monitor Arm for 49 inch, 44 lbs Curved UltrawideOur score8.4/10
Type Ergonomically
- NocFree Wireless Ergonomic Split Mechanical Keyboard with Wrist Rest, RGB, Hot-Swappable 60%Our score8.6/10
- R-Go Ergonomic Split Keyboard, Scissors Mechanism, 2 Part Design, USB-C WiredOur score8.4/10
- KINESIS Freestyle2 Ergonomic Keyboard for PC (9" Separation)Our score8.4/10
- YIVU CORNE V4.1 Split Ergonomic Mechanical Keyboard, 40% 3x6 Columnar Stagger Ortholinear Layout, QMK/Vial Programmable, Wired Type-C Hot-Swappable RGB Custom Keyboard for Programmers TypingOur score8.1/10
Point Without Strain
- Logitech MX Ergo Wireless Trackball Mouse, Rechargeable, GraphiteOur score9.2/10
- Logitech M570 Wireless Trackball Mouse, Ergonomic Sculpted Right-HandOur score8.6/10
- Logitech Ergo M575S Wireless Bluetooth Trackball Mouse - Graphite Blue BallOur score8.6/10
- Nulea M501 Wireless Trackball Mouse, Rechargeable Ergonomic, 3 Device ConnectionOur score8.3/10
Never Lose Power
- APC 1500VA/900W Back-UPS Pro UPS Battery Backup (BR1500G)Our score9.2/10
- APC 1000VA/600W Pro UPS Battery Backup, AVR (BX1000M)Our score8.6/10
- APC UPS 650VA/390W Battery Backup & Surge Protector (BE650G1)Our score8.0/10
- SKE VL625 625VA/360W UPS Battery Backup and Surge Protector - Uninterruptible Power Supply with AVR, 7 Outlets, USB and Type-C Charging, RJ45 Port for Computer, Router, Modem, and Home Office DevicesOur score7.8/10
All 20 picks, ranked by our score
Every product from the sections above, listed once. Sort by the criterion you care about most, or tick up to three to compare.
#1Ergotron HX HD premium white gaming monitor arm for ultrawides up to 49 inch, a top-tier choice from a leading mount maker.
Fit for the job 10/10 · Features and specs 9/10 · Build and materials 10/10 · Value 7/10
- + Ergotron is a benchmark brand for monitor arms in offices worldwide
- + HX HD version is built for heavy ultrawide and gaming screens
- + White finish looks striking on light desks and minimalist battlestations
- - Premium Ergotron pricing is well above generic heavy duty arms
- - White coating shows fingerprints and cable scuffs over time
#2Logitech MX Ergo rechargeable wireless trackball mouse in graphite, a premium adjustable trackball.
Fit for the job 10/10 · Features and specs 9/10 · Build and materials 9/10 · Value 8/10
- + Adjustable hinge tilts the mouse for a more natural wrist angle
- + Rechargeable battery lasts for extended use between charges
- + MX line supports multi-device switching and custom buttons
- - Premium price is much higher than basic trackballs
- - Heavy base is less portable for travel
#3APC 1500VA/865W Back-UPS Pro BR1500G battery backup, a high-capacity UPS for a full workstation.
Fit for the job 10/10 · Features and specs 9/10 · Build and materials 9/10 · Value 8/10
- + 1500VA/900W capacity supports a desktop PC, monitors and networking gear
- + APC is a leading UPS brand with widely available replacement batteries
- + Back-UPS Pro line adds features for demanding home offices
- - Large, heavy unit takes significant floor space under the desk
- - Premium capacity costs more than smaller UPS units
#4NocFree wireless ergonomic split mechanical keyboard with wrist rest, RGB and hot-swappable 60% layout.
Fit for the job 9/10 · Features and specs 9/10 · Build and materials 8/10 · Value 8/10
- + Split halves let shoulders stay open for a more natural posture
- + Hot-swappable switches let you change key feel without soldering
- + Included wrist rest supports the hands during long typing
- - 60% layout drops dedicated function and number keys
- - Split mechanical boards take a week or two to adjust to
#5Logitech M570 wireless trackball mouse with an ergonomic sculpted right-hand shape, a classic thumb-operated trackball.
Fit for the job 9/10 · Features and specs 8/10 · Build and materials 8/10 · Value 9/10
- + Thumb trackball means the mouse stays still and the arm relaxes
- + M570 is a long-running and widely trusted design
- + Sculpted right-hand shape supports the palm comfortably
- - Right hand only, with no left-handed option
- - Ball needs regular cleaning to avoid sticky tracking
#6Logitech Ergo M575S wireless Bluetooth trackball mouse in graphite with a blue ball, an updated take on Logitech's classic thumb trackball.
Fit for the job 9/10 · Features and specs 8/10 · Build and materials 8/10 · Value 9/10
- + Bluetooth plus wireless options connect to laptops and tablets
- + M575S design refines the classic thumb trackball shape
- + Blue ball adds a subtle colour accent
- - Not rechargeable, so batteries need changing
- - Right-handed shape only, so left-handed users need another trackball
#7APC 1000VA/600W Pro UPS battery backup with AVR, model BX1000M, a mid-size UPS for home office PCs.
Fit for the job 9/10 · Features and specs 8/10 · Build and materials 9/10 · Value 8/10
- + 1000VA/600W suits a typical desktop PC and one or two monitors
- + AVR corrects voltage fluctuations without using battery power
- + APC Pro series is well supported with software and replacement batteries
- - Tower unit is heavier than compact standby UPS models
- - Not large enough for high-end gaming rigs under heavy load
#8SEDETA 63'' L shaped corner desk with 5 drawers, a power outlet, monitor shelf and storage cabinet in rustic brown.
Fit for the job 9/10 · Features and specs 9/10 · Build and materials 7/10 · Value 8/10
- + 5 drawers plus a cabinet hold files and supplies without a separate storage unit
- + Built-in power outlet makes charging phones and laptops easy right at the desk
- + Monitor shelf raises the screen closer to eye level and frees desk space
- - Many parts mean a long assembly session compared with a simple L frame
- - Rustic brown style is fixed, so it will not suit a minimalist white room
#9A heavy duty gas spring monitor arm for ultrawide screens up to 49 inch and 39.6 lbs, for super-wide displays.
Fit for the job 9/10 · Features and specs 9/10 · Build and materials 7/10 · Value 8/10
- + Up to 49 inch support covers super ultrawide gaming monitors
- + 39.6 lbs capacity handles heavy curved panels many arms cannot
- + Gas spring allows smooth height changes even with big screens
- - Large arm needs a very solid desk edge to avoid tipping or sagging
- - Generic brand has less support than dedicated mount makers
#10VIVO aluminum ultrawide monitor stand for screens up to 49 inch, a lighter-feeling mount for super-wide displays.
Fit for the job 9/10 · Features and specs 8/10 · Build and materials 8/10 · Value 8/10
- + Aluminum construction gives a premium, lighter frame than steel
- + Up to 49 inch support suits large ultrawide monitors
- + VIVO mounts are well documented, making setup straightforward
- - Aluminum arms can flex slightly with the heaviest ultrawides
- - Check that monitor weight falls within the stated limit before buying
#11MOUNTUP heavy duty monitor arm for 49 inch curved ultrawide screens up to 44 lbs, a budget-friendly big-screen mount.
Fit for the job 9/10 · Features and specs 8/10 · Build and materials 7/10 · Value 9/10
- + 44 lbs capacity handles heavy curved ultrawides with room to spare
- + Designed for 49 inch panels, so reach and balance suit very wide screens
- + MOUNTUP pricing is usually friendlier than premium ultrawide arms
- - Big-screen arms need a thick, sturdy desk to clamp safely
- - Heavy duty spring can feel stiff when the monitor is on the light side
#12R-Go ergonomic split keyboard with a scissors mechanism, 2 part design and USB-C wired connection.
Fit for the job 9/10 · Features and specs 8/10 · Build and materials 8/10 · Value 8/10
- + Scissors mechanism gives a light, low-profile typing feel
- + 2 part design lets each half sit at shoulder width
- + R-Go specializes in ergonomic office peripherals
- - Wired USB-C connection adds cables to the desk
- - Low-profile keys may feel flat to mechanical keyboard fans
#13KINESIS Freestyle2 ergonomic keyboard for PC with 9" separation, a well-known split board from an ergonomics pioneer.
Fit for the job 9/10 · Features and specs 8/10 · Build and materials 8/10 · Value 8/10
- + 9" separation lets hands and shoulders sit wider apart
- + KINESIS has decades of experience designing ergonomic keyboards
- + Familiar key layout makes switching from a standard board easier
- - PC-specific version is not ideal for Mac shortcut layouts
- - Flat by default, so tenting accessories cost extra
#14Nulea M501 rechargeable ergonomic wireless trackball mouse with 3 device connection for multi-computer users.
Fit for the job 8/10 · Features and specs 9/10 · Build and materials 7/10 · Value 9/10
- + 3 device connection switches between computers quickly
- + Rechargeable battery avoids buying disposables
- + Ergonomic shape encourages a relaxed hand position
- - Nulea is less established than Logitech
- - Software customization is more limited than Logitech Options
#15YIVU Corne V4.1, a wired 40% split keyboard with a 3x6 column-staggered layout, hot-swap sockets and QMK/Vial programming. It ships with pre-lubed linear switches fitted and both cables included.
Fit for the job 8/10 · Features and specs 9/10 · Build and materials 7/10 · Value 8/10
- + Two separate halves can be set at shoulder width, with column-staggered keys that follow natural finger travel
- + QMK/Vial firmware lets you remap keys, add layers and set macros in the Vial app without flashing code
- + Hot-swap sockets take 3-pin and 5-pin MX-style switches, so switches can be changed without soldering
- - A 40% layout has no number row or function row, so everyday typing depends on learning layers
- - Wired only: USB-C to the computer plus an interconnect cable between the halves, with no wireless mode
#16APC UPS 650VA/390W BE650G1 battery backup and surge protector, a compact APC unit for modems and small PCs.
Fit for the job 8/10 · Features and specs 7/10 · Build and materials 8/10 · Value 9/10
- + 650VA/390W unit keeps internet gear running through short outages
- + Compact APC design fits under desks or beside routers
- + Surge protected outlets guard connected electronics
- - 390W is too little for a gaming desktop and large monitors
- - Short runtime is aimed at safe shutdowns, not long outages
#17SKE VL625 is a 625VA/360W UPS with AVR, 7 outlets and USB and Type-C charging, a newer listing from the same brand as the SK625 it replaces.
Fit for the job 8/10 · Features and specs 8/10 · Build and materials 7/10 · Value 8/10
- + Five battery backup outlets plus two surge-only outlets cover a PC, monitor and router on a single unit.
- + Built-in AVR is listed to correct voltage swings, with simulated sine wave output for PCs and network gear.
- + USB and Type-C charging ports are included, and the battery is listed as user-replaceable.
- - 625VA/360W is sized for a desktop and networking gear, not a high-draw gaming tower or several monitors.
- - Simulated sine wave output rather than pure sine wave, which matters for some sensitive power supplies.
#18Furologee 66 inch L-shaped desk in rustic brown with a built-in power strip, 2 movable monitor stands, a fabric file drawer and adjustable storage shelves. A storage-focused corner desk at a budget price.
Fit for the job 8/10 · Features and specs 8/10 · Build and materials 6/10 · Value 8/10
- + Charging station with 3 power outlets and 2 USB ports built into the desk
- + Two movable monitor stands can be placed anywhere along the top to raise two screens
- + Fabric file drawer takes letter, A4 and legal files, and two adjustable shelves can fit a computer tower
- - Drawers are non-woven fabric and the top is particleboard, so it is not a heavy-duty build
- - The listing places the storage shelves on the right side, so check that this suits your corner
#19ODK 66 inch L-shaped gaming desk in black with an LED strip, 3 power outlets and 2 USB ports. The main desk is 66 x 19.7 x 30 inches, with a metal frame and MDF top for a corner work and gaming setup.
Fit for the job 8/10 · Features and specs 8/10 · Build and materials 7/10 · Value 7/10
- + Built-in 3 power outlets and 2 USB charging ports keep chargers off the floor
- + Main desk is 66 inches wide and is listed as holding 3 monitors and laptops
- + LED strip with 10 static colors, 10 dynamic modes, 6 brightness levels and a memory function
- - 19.7 inch depth is shallow if you use a large monitor on its own stand
- - LED lighting and gaming styling add to the price over a plain 66 inch L-shaped desk
#20OLIXIS 66 inch L-shaped computer desk with a 47 x 66 inch overall footprint, a metal frame and 4 side hooks for headphones and bags. A plain, low-cost two-wing desk with 19 inches of surface depth.
Fit for the job 8/10 · Features and specs 6/10 · Build and materials 6/10 · Value 8/10
- + Overall desktop measures 47 x 66 inches, with room for multiple monitors across the two wings
- + Heavy-duty metal frame with adjustable leveling feet for carpet or uneven floors
- + Four hooks fixed to the frame hold headsets, backpacks and other light items
- - 19 inch table depth is shallow for large monitors on their own stands
- - 110 lb weight capacity is low for an L-shaped desk, and there are no drawers or shelves
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